Bostic Veterinary Hospital

4.5 (218)
5269 Challedon Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Bostic Veterinary Hospital

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

Reviews from Google

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Liz Wilson

We have been coming to Bostic Vet for almost 13 years and we highly recommend this office. We have always been well taken care of, listened to, and provided the highest quality of care. The front desk is always friendly and helpful, the Vet Techs are great, and all the doctors are fantastic. I have had three dogs cared for here. Two have passed on, and Bostic was a huge comfort to us during those times. The compassion and care exceeded expectations and provided us with so much support during very sad loss. Our newest dog has been seen here over the last two years and this past weekend was the first time I used the boarding services. They took such great care to answer all of my questions, show me the boarding area, and walk me through the process. I was so impressed by the kindness of the staff, and they took excellent care of my dog. I was anxious to leave him for his first boarding and they allowed me to take him back to is kennel and get his bed set up and say goodye. I can't thank Bostic Vet enough for taking such great care of Chase and always putting our minds at ease knowing our furry family member is getting the best care. You all are awesome and we truly appreciate you!

posted: 03/06/2023

Anisa Glowczak

Bostic is the best vet! They are always compassionate and have taken care of all four of our rescued fur babies since 2000. You can tell Dr Szabo loves caring for animals and we trust her expertise to keep our dogs healthy. We adopted our newest hound, who had heartworms and a host of other health issues, last May. Dr Szabo explained the entire, lengthy process as our pup underwent the months-long treatment, and now she is a healthy and happy dog with a second chance at life. I also very much appreciate that they will get our pups in quickly for appts when we've experienced a few minor emergencies over the years. They were empathetic with us and very gentle with our first two babies when it was their time to cross the Rainbow Bridge. Thank you to everyone at Bostic, you guys are amazing. We appreciate you so much!

posted: 03/06/2023

Beth Wray

Moving from Beach Pet Hospital to here in a new house n with a new kitty family, Peter n Jack.I Sent my daughter, they made it easy and direct. I think they're great! Looking forward to years of 😃care

posted: 05/14/2023

susan russell

The vets and entire staff at Bostic Veterinary Hospital are the best in Virginia Beach! I have been trusting them with my pets for 32 years and have found them to be the most caring, engaged, and empathetic group I have encountered. They are always bright and friendly and always remember your name and the name and history of your pet. Choose them!

posted: 08/19/2023

Victoria Hagemeister

Bonnie the dog says: One of my life rules is: "If you are nice to me I will cooperate with you." My mom always gets great reports about what a good girl I am and it's true, but it's because everyone at Bostic Veterinary Hospital is so kind and patient that I like it there. My mom also says that the vets are very knowledgeable and thorough, the front desk staff is friendly and helpful and the vet techs have a magic touch with animals. I am glad my mom takes me to Bostic Veterinary Hospital.

posted: 07/27/2023